Dog-Friendly Activities in Grant, CO

Elk Meadow Park in Evergreen, CO, encompasses 107 acres of open space and offers two dog-friendly hiking trails. Take the trail from Elk Meadow Lewis Ridge Trailhead and admire beautiful mountain scenery and herds of elk. Elk Meadow Stagecoach Trailhead, accessible from 32281 Stagecoach Blvd, is best suited to adventurous and experienced hikers. This 4.7-mile hike leads to stunning views from 9,708-foot Bergen Peak. Much of the park is not fenced so Fido should be leashed during your visit.

Phoenix Gold Mine in Idaho Springs, CO is a pet-friendly attraction for the whole pack to enjoy. Owned and operated by a family of goldminers, Fido will be panting while he’s panning at this fun attraction. Pups are welcome to join guided tours of the mine and can ask resident pups for tips on panning afterwards.

Two- and four-legged friends are welcome to explore the dog-friendly Echo Lake Park in Evergreen, CO. This recreation area, located along the Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway, offers hiking, fishing, and scenic drives. Visitors will find a stone shelter with picnic tables and barbecue grills on one end of the lake, and the 1926 Echo Lake Lodge and an Arapaho National Forest campground at the other.

Staunton State Park in Pine, CO, is dog friendly. You'll discover high grassy meadows next to tall granite cliffs that can be as tall as 10,000 feet. This park is home to 25 campsites that can be hiked to, but you need to make a reservation to guarantee a spot for you and Fido. The park is closed for some parts of the year for maintenance, so please call ahead.

Watrous Gulch Trail in Silver Plume, CO, is a 4-mile, pet-friendly hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 4 hours to complete with Fido. You and your dog will enjoy this uncrowded trail that takes you through a forest before emerging from the timberline at Watrous Creek. The trail continues on a moderate incline into fields of grass and wildflowers. Leash regulations do apply.

Silver Dollar and Murray Lakes Trail in Dillon, CO, is dog friendly. Bring Fido to venture along this 4.4 mile trail in Arapaho National Forest. This 3-hour hike will take you by over 100 species of wildflowers, a thinning forest, several lakes, and a small creek.

Dog-friendly Sniktau Mountain Trail near Dillon, CO is a 4 mile hike in Arapaho National Forest. This out-and-back trail is considered a challenging route which will take 2 to 3 hours to complete with Fido. Dogs must be leashed when accompanying you on the trail.

Rosalie Trail in Bailey, CO, is a 12.4 mile hike in Pike National Forest that will take about 9-10 hours to complete with Fido. Most of this pet-friendly trail will lead you through lush, dense forest fed by creeks. There are sections of the trail that will take you above the timberline where afternoon storms can blow in. Fido will have to be leashed as most of the trail is in a wilderness area.

Even the biggest of big dogs will love this 6.1 mile hike in the White River National Forest that is named after the mighty Chihuahua. Located near Dillon, CO, this dog-friendly trail is steep, but it also criss-crosses a stream several times so you can catch your breath while Fido cools off. There are also several small ponds along the way, which are a great spot to pause for a picnic.

Three Mile Creek Trail in Bailey, CO, is a 14 mile hike in Pike National Forest that will take about 8 to 9 hours to complete with Fido. This pet-friendly hike is a favorite among owners and dogs alike. Your dog will need to be leashed on this trail that leads through a dense deciduous and conifer forest. The trail also makes several crossings over a shallow stream.

Kenosha Pass Trail in Fairplay, CO, is a pet-friendly, 14-mile hike in Pike National Forest that will take about 8 to 9 hours to complete with Fido. This is a very popular trail, and the first 2 miles can be crowded, especially on weekends. The trail is along a section of the Colorado Trail and can easily be made into a backpack trip.

The Boreas Pass in Como, CO, is a pet-friendly scenic drive and hiking trail. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Como! The drive will be exciting and relatively quick. The route is suitable for low-clearance 2WD cars, although it does get a little bumpy in some areas, for the most part, it’s an easy, high-alpine drive. It summits at 11,481 feet above sea level.

One of the top 10 wackiest places to visit in all of Colorado, the dog-friendly Sasquatch Museum in Bailey is a must-see for anyone who has any interest in Bigfoot. Small dogs are welcome inside the gift shop and the Sasquatch Encounter Discovery Museum as long as they can be carried.

Goose Creek Trail is a 10-mile hike through the Pike National Forest near Deckers, CO, that will take about 8 hours to complete with Fido. The southeastern part of the Lost Creek Wilderness can be reached from this pet-friendly trail, which ends at the abandoned remains of a shaft house dating back to the early 1900s.

Mad Jack's Mountain Brewery is a dog-friendly brewery in Bailey, CO, where Fido is welcome to join you for a pint. Sample their award winning Oktobeerfest and the ever popular Platte Canyon Porter. Check their website and social media pages for a list of current events.

Mount Evans Scenic Byway is a pet-friendly scenic road in Rocky Mountain National Park. Bring your pooch for a drive on the highest paved road in the country. This unforgettable climb will take you to 9,000 feet and the 14,264-foot summit of Mount Evans. The road is around 49 miles in length and will take roughly two hours to complete. Mount Evans Scenic Byway is typically open the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day depending on weather conditions.

The Scott Gomer Trail and Abyss Lake Trail is a pet-friendly, 14.6 mile hike in Bailey, CO, that will take about 12 hours to complete with Fido. As you hike northeast on the Scott Gomer trail, towards a tarn known as Abyss Lake, you will pass by bighorn sheep and mountain goats. Wilderness regulations will require you to keep Fido on a leash.

Herman Gulch Trail in Silver Plume, CO, is a 6.4-mile, pet-friendly hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 5 hours to complete with Fido. The Forest Service requires the use of a leash due to the popularity of this trail. Dogs love it for the many rivulets and streamlet crossings. When you arrive at Herman Lake, feel free to take Fido off the leash for a splash in the frigid water.

'Family Fishing Near Idaho Springs' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Jim. Meet up at Gateway Visitor Center and then visit one of three local lakes or one of the local Creeks for trout fishing. This is a beginner's trip and all equipment is provided. Leashed dogs are welcome with prior approval. The experience lasts 2.75 hours and can accommodate up to 6 guests ages 2 and up. Guests must have a valid Colorado fishing license purchased separately permit can be purchased locally day of trip. Rates start at $85 per person.

Dog-friendly Grizzly Gulch Trail is a 4 mile hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. Located near Dillon, CO, both working and abandoned mines surround the trail. As you move along the trail you will see piles of tailings, old derricks, and machinery that go all the way up to the Continental Divide. The most famous mine here is the Josephine Mine at the beginning of the hike.